What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningDibutyl Adipate
EmollientPropanediol
SolventEthylhexyl Triazone
UV AbsorberTerephthalylidene Dicamphor Sulfonic Acid
UV AbsorberMethylpropanediol
SolventPolyglyceryl-3 Distearate
EmulsifyingTromethamine
BufferingDiethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV FilterCaprylyl Methicone
Skin ConditioningPolysilicone-15
UV Filter1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningGlyceryl Stearate
EmollientBis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin ConditioningPolymethylsilsesquioxane
C20-22 Alkyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingC20-22 Alcohols
Emulsion StabilisingGlucose
HumectantChlorella Vulgaris Extract
Skin ConditioningHydroxyacetophenone
AntioxidantStearyl Alcohol
EmollientCetyl Alcohol
EmollientButylene Glycol
HumectantAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingGlyceryl Stearate Citrate
EmollientFructose
HumectantFructooligosaccharides
HumectantPolyether-1
Disodium EDTA
Silica
AbrasiveCynanchum Atratum Extract
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningMyristyl Alcohol
EmollientLauryl Alcohol
EmollientAlthaea Rosea Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
HumectantSodium Hyaluronate
HumectantCaulerpa Lentillifera Extract
Marrubium Vulgare Extract
Skin ConditioningSoluble Collagen
HumectantCitric Acid
BufferingWater, Dibutyl Adipate, Propanediol, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Terephthalylidene Dicamphor Sulfonic Acid, Methylpropanediol, Polyglyceryl-3 Distearate, Tromethamine, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Caprylyl Methicone, Polysilicone-15, 1,2-Hexanediol, Pentylene Glycol, Glyceryl Stearate, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, C20-22 Alkyl Phosphate, C20-22 Alcohols, Glucose, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Hydroxyacetophenone, Stearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Butylene Glycol, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Fructose, Fructooligosaccharides, Polyether-1, Disodium EDTA, Silica, Cynanchum Atratum Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Myristyl Alcohol, Lauryl Alcohol, Althaea Rosea Flower Extract, Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Caulerpa Lentillifera Extract, Marrubium Vulgare Extract, Soluble Collagen, Citric Acid
Butane
Propane
Isobutane
Isododecane
EmollientWater
Skin ConditioningDisiloxane
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
EmollientEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV AbsorberEthylhexyl Salicylate
UV AbsorberDiethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV FilterMenthyl Lactate
MaskingEthylhexyl Triazone
UV AbsorberSilica
AbrasiveMethyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Silica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientMethicone
EmollientHamamelis Virginiana Water
AstringentMethylparaben
PreservativeAroma
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
SolventPiper Methysticum Leaf/Root/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningCentella Asiatica Extract
CleansingScutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
AstringentPortulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
PreservativeCeramide EOP
Skin ConditioningCeramide Ns
Skin ConditioningCeramide NP
Skin ConditioningCeramide As
Skin ConditioningCeramide AP
Skin ConditioningBifida Ferment Lysate
Skin ConditioningPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningDiethoxydiglycol
Solvent1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningPvp
Emulsion StabilisingChlorphenesin
AntimicrobialDisodium EDTA
BHT
AntioxidantButane, Propane, Isobutane, Isododecane, Water, Disiloxane, Dimethicone, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Menthyl Lactate, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Silica, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Methicone, Hamamelis Virginiana Water, Methylparaben, Aroma, Ethylhexylglycerin, Propanediol, Piper Methysticum Leaf/Root/Stem Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Ceramide EOP, Ceramide Ns, Ceramide NP, Ceramide As, Ceramide AP, Bifida Ferment Lysate, Pentylene Glycol, Diethoxydiglycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Pvp, Chlorphenesin, Disodium EDTA, BHT
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Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.Â
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservativesÂ
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate (DHHB) is a chemical UV-A absorber. It is formulated for high UVA protection (320-400 nm).
DHHB is well-liked for:
DHHB has been approved by the EU, Japan, Taiwan, and South America for use up to 10%. Unfortunately, it has not been approved for use in the US or Canada due to slow regulatory processes.
This ingredient is soluble in oils, fats, and lipids.
Learn more about Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl BenzoateDisodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAEthylhexyl Triazone is a modern chemical sunscreen that protects from UV-B radiation.
It is the most effective of existing UV-B filters, as it provides the highest level of photo-stable absorption. It protects from the entire UV-B range (280 to 320nm), with it's highest level of protection at 314nm.
Ethylhexyl Triazone is oil soluble, oderless and colorless, which mean it is able to be incorporated into a variety of different formulations.
It is not currently available within the United States due to slow changing FDA regulations. Outside of the US, it is used in formulations at concentrations up to 5%.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl TriazoneEthylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Pentylene glycol is typically used within a product to thicken it. It also adds a smooth, soft, and moisturizing feel to the product. It is naturally found in plants such as sugar beets.
The hydrophilic trait of Pentylene Glycol makes it a humectant. As a humectant, Pentylene Glycol helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This can help keep your skin hydrated.
This property also makes Pentylene Glycol a great texture enhancer. It can also help thicken or stabilize a product.
Pentylene Glycol also acts as a mild preservative and helps to keep a product microbe-free.
Some people may experience mild eye and skin irritation from Pentylene Glycol. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.
Pentylene Glycol has a low molecular weight and is part of the 1,2-glycol family.
Learn more about Pentylene GlycolPropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.Â
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolSilica, also known as silicon dioxide, is a naturally occurring mineral. It is used as a fine, spherical, and porous powder in cosmetics.
Though it has exfoliant properties, the function of silica varies depending on the product.
The unique structure of silica enhances the spreadability and adds smoothness, making it a great texture enhancer.
It is also used as an active carrier, emulsifier, and mattifier due to its ability to absorb excess oil.
In some products, tiny microneedles called spicules are made from silica or hydrolyzed sponge. When you rub them in, they lightly polish away dead skin layers and enhance the penetration of active ingredients.
Learn more about SilicaWater. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.
So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.
You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about Water